PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Conor Healy, CEO Cork Chamber; Fiona O’Donovan, Public Affairs and Communications Executive;Ronan Murray, Cork Chamber President and Minister Darragh O’Brien, TD.
Key discussion on housing Minister Darragh O’Brien, TD was welcomed by Cork Chamber to a meeting with our Partners and Board for discussions on housing and planning, both of which are key to enabling economic growth and ensuring Cork remains and attractive location for investors. An attractive place to live, work and do business. Speaking at the event Minister O’Brien said, “I was delighted to have the opportunity to speak with business leaders in Cork today. All the key housing indicators are thankfully trending upwards – planning permissions, commencements, completions and mortgage drawdowns. This of course is very welcome, but we are not complacent. Government understands that businesses have genuine and valid concerns in respect to housing and I very much welcome the opportunity to address these with the members present.”
‘The Minister’s engagement was extremely positive as housing is a top priority for Cork’s business community. Availability of property to rent or buy is proving to be a challenge for the region’s employers, and the Minister’s contribution was invaluable. The recent adjustments made to the Housing For All strategy as well as the housing package announced in Budget 2024 are very welcome as our business community is keen to see the pressure in the market alleviated.’ Conor Healy CEO of Cork Chamber.
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